The Middle Ages Lesson 1 & 2

The landmass that includes Europe and Asia.

The period lasting from about 500 to about 1500.

Another name for middle ages.

Christian missionary credited with converting Ireland to Christianity.

Religious men who lived apart from society in isolated communities.

Communities of Monks

Monk responsible for creating the Benedictine Rule, a set of rules for monks.

Warrior who fought on horseback

Warrior and king who led the Franks in building a huge empire.

• Benedict

• Knight

• Charlemagne

A knight who promised to support a lord in exchange for land.

• Noble

• Vassal

• Serfs